KTM 1190 RC8 R 2009 vs. Yamaha R1 2005

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2009

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2009

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

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Overview - KTM 1190 RC8 R 2009 vs Yamaha R1 2005

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2009

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2009

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

Technical Specifications KTM 1190 RC8 R 2009 compared to Yamaha R1 2005

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2009
Yamaha R1 2005

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power165 HPEngine power172 HP
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,195 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,425 mmWheelbase1,395 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.5 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2009

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2009

Not only in the rain do you enjoy the virtues; the great seating position and the high riding comfort - apart from the vibrations. But here the new R became a little quieter, the engineers worked meticulously on the crankshaft and the RC8 R now tingles much less in the hands.

Optimal chassis

great braking

improved shiftability

positive ergonomics

powerful engine

direct and agile.

Brake dosing

poor splash protection on rear wheel

poor stability during setup.

Yamaha R1 2005

Yamaha R1 2005

The new R1 is a motorbike full of high-tech and innovation. The performance offered on the race track is impressive. Because the technical gadgets translate into riding fun and lap times. Nevertheless, the bike demands an active rider to avoid becoming exhausting.

No-worry riveting

strong braking system

powerful engine

traction miracle

anti-hopping clutch

steering damper

precise.

Very sub-optimal seating position - uncomfortable posture

strong body effort required during turns

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1190 RC8 R vs Yamaha R1

Price KTM 1190 RC8 R

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Price Yamaha R1

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